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Boston Marathon bombings: How to talk to your kids about tragedy

By Kori Ellis on Apr 15, 2013

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Tragic news spread quickly today of the bombings at the Boston Marathon. For parents who are still processing their own feelings...
Activities for Kids

7 Fun kids' party games

By Molly Cerreta Smith on Apr 15, 2013

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It's party time! So how do you make your child's party a success without busting your budget? We've got seven fun (and inexpensive!)...
Conceiving

How to find the humor in infertility

By Tonya Wertman on Apr 15, 2013

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Mortifying at first, laughing at infertility can be extremely helpful!
Autism Spectrum Disorders

Parenting and autism: Amy’s story

By Julie Weingarden Dubin on Apr 15, 2013

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Amy Friedman’s son was diagnosed with autism at 3, but she had already been suspicious of his development long beforehand. The...
Tweens, Teens & College

Should you let your teen backpack through Europe?

By Sherri Kuhn on Apr 15, 2013

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High school graduation is the end of years of hard work — and the start of a new, more adult life for most teens. Many teens want to...
Crafts

Earth Day crafts for kids

By SheKnows Parenting Editors on Apr 15, 2013

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Earth Day (April 22) is a great excuse to learn more about our planet and get creative. These simple crafts are fun for kids of all...
Autism Spectrum Disorders

Autism: There are none so blind as those who will not see

By Allison Ziering Walmark on Apr 15, 2013

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Last week, Chabad of Westport, Connecticut and The Friendship Circle of Stamford, Connecticut co-hosted an event to help raise...
Special Needs

Glee draws ire, applause for "gun in school" episode

By Maureen Wallace on Apr 15, 2013

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The episode of Glee titled, “Shooting Star,” pulled off a trifecta of controversy: A gun in school; brought by a student with Down...
Family Activities

Celebrate National Library Week

By Kori Ellis on Apr 14, 2013

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National Library Week takes place every April to celebrate our country's libraries, librarians and to promote library use. Encourage...
Child Development & Health

Healthy kids: The importance of child nutrition and exercise

By Kori Ellis on Apr 12, 2013

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As parents, part of our job is to instill healthy habits in our children from the time they are young. Talk about healthy foods,...
Family Activities

Celebrate our librarians, one book at a time

By Lisa Steinke on Apr 12, 2013
New York City children’s librarian Thea Taube found an American Girl doll in the office several years ago. Her idea? Lend the doll...
Special Needs

Parents find creative ways to fill children’s needs

By Maureen Wallace on Apr 12, 2013

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How many times have you thought wow, I wish someone would invent [fill in the blank]? Meet three parents who fulfilled a need for...
Crafts

4 Recycling crafts for kids

By Michelle Maffei on Apr 12, 2013

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Crafts can keep your youngster busy for hours, but using recycled materials to make these masterpieces will also teach kids the...
Pregnancy, Labor & Birth

Symphysis pubis dysfunction: Pelvic pregnancy pain

By Monica Beyer on Apr 12, 2013

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Up to one out of every five pregnant women experience symphysis pubis dysfunction, which can be mildly annoying — or so painful it’s...
Parenting

Mommy Tweets: Gwyneth Paltrow, Ivanka Trump, Kourtney Kardashian

By Kim Grundy on Apr 12, 2013

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What were on the minds and Twitter feeds of some of our favorite celebrity moms this week? Gwyneth Paltrow tweets a selfie photo...
Children's School & Education

Should you attend a homeschool conference?

By Tiany Davis on Apr 12, 2013

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Homeschool conference season is well under way. Within most states you can find local homeschool conferences, book fairs and...
Activities for Kids

How to support your local library

By Molly Cerreta Smith on Apr 11, 2013

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In honor of National Library Week from April 14 to 20, we encourage you to rally around your local book nook. You don't have to...
Baby Names

American Idol inspired baby names

By Maria Mora on Apr 11, 2013
Give your superstar in the making a name worthy of an American Idol . We’ve hand-picked great Idol baby names, from the names of...
Child Development & Health

A mother’s voice can lower stress

By Tiernan McKay on Apr 11, 2013

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From childhood and well into adulthood, all of us experience stress in varying degrees. Because anxiety and tension are just a part...
Mom & Dad

6 Ways to offset Social Security taxes

By Michelle Maffei on Apr 11, 2013

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With increases in Social Security taxes this year, families are doing without an average of $20 per week in their pocket; but the...

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